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Communication: FOURTH PERIOD

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Of the answers below, which one is not an advantage of fiber optic cables?
There are several data access methods used to transmit data. Which of the answers below can be described as a single controlling device commences communication with the responding devices attached to the same network?
Modbus protocol can implement data encapsulation over IP based networks. Which of the statements below is an disadvantage of using encapsulation?
In a typical GUI, values take one of four generic indicators. Which of the indicators below would best represent the image below?
There are several fields in an Ethernet message frame structure. Which of the answers represent the content of the FCS field in the Ethernet message frame?
The numerous tasks that are accomplished at the same time in a DCS, is a result of the configured software programs that it has . Which of the software programs below will governed by IEC-61804-2?
Which answer below best represents the recommended standard for a null modem cable?
There has to be a way for data to be communicated to the systems I/O for a HMI application to be effective. Which of the terms below best represents the pool of information for this communication?
A defined area of geographical coverage is commonly called an area network. Which of the area networks below is a network that links smaller networks together, but potentially on a global scale?
Which of the answers below is best described as a primary advantage of the token passing messaging in the H1 transmission system?
Which of the answers below is best represented by the number "7" on a typical H1 segment?
During day-to-day operation of an industrial network, some device addresses may change depending on the needs of the system. Which of the answers represents the normal state of a physical address during normal operations?
A DCS collects a lot of data during the course of operating. Which of the terms below would best describe the database that contains the value of all the parameters and tags, as well as all the programming and the DCS configuration?
There are numerous threats to the security of a DCS. Which of the security measures below requires a login to a user account?
There are several fields in an Ethernet message frame structure. Which of the answers represent the total amount of fields in an Ethernet message frame?
The installation of a SCADA system has several difficulties associated with it. Which of the challenges below would be best defined as one that validates the hardware and software design complies with regulations?
Which of the lengths below relates best to a spur cable with 1 field device connected?
Which of the answers below represents one of the types of cables not available for use in a Foundation fieldbus H1 transmission system?
Which of the answers below best describes the number of pins in a standard B USB connector?
The OSI model describes how a network should be arranged. Which of the layers below concern network topologies the most?
The industrial network topologies you are required to use is defined by the OSI network model. Which of the common topologies below is likely described as a network a single continuous pathway through each node from being connected directly to two other nodes?
A defined area of geographical coverage is commonly called an area network. Which of the area networks below is the second smallest in area covered?
There are numerous I/O modules that a typical DCS has access to. Which of the modules below is described as one that can have 8, 16, or 32 output points powered by 24Vdc or 120/230 Vac?
Each network layer for a DCS has it's own specialized equipment or software. Which of the layers below would make use of a DeviceNet protocol?
Which of the recommended standards below is best describes as a DTE to DCE connection only?